For ETS Operators who are currently on layoff, there is an opportunity to return to work in a redeployed position temporarily. If you’re interested, you need to complete the form at this link and forward it by 1600h (4:00pm) tomorrow, Tuesday June 23. Requests for redeployment will be ordered by seniority and the available work…
City Council Ratifies Agreement
Late this afternoon, Edmonton City Council voted unanimously to ratify the Collective Agreement between the City and ATU Local 569, ETS Main bargaining Unit. I guess they would. It means 2 consecutive years without an increase to our pay. Without a single penny of new money into our remuneration package. On June 9, the Union…
Black Lives Matter
“Black Lives Matter. The ATU stands in solidarity with the nonviolent demonstrations calling for real change in response to the recent murders of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor and the countless others at the hands of police brutality and racism. We unequivocally oppose racism in all its forms and firmly support the first amendment…
Contract Ratification Result
The contract has been ratified. Thanks to all members and especially to all who took the time to vote.
ATU 569 Contract Ratification Vote Update
Members employed in ETS Main will vote on a new contract on Tuesday. There is a lot of good healthy discussion going on about this contract and we appreciate that. I want to take a bit of your time to give some perspective from the Negotiating Committee and the Executive. There is no new money…
Fleet Services Equipment Update
A few equipment updates for you all. Be prepared, it’s a long read! Vicinity Buses (Community Service Buses – the shipment of shields just went out today. It is estimated to take 3 to 4 days to reach Edmonton. The City should be receiving them on Monday or Tuesday of next week. The installs will…